The New Mandell Park |
Wide tree-lined gravel-covered walkway with pairs of benches on the wall lining what may become a true alley when the trees grow bigger and taller. |
Children's tile art installed on concrete wall Adjoining Mi Pueblito patio in background |
Bicycle parking Bike rack on wide gravel walking paths |
Skip's garden shed with grass planted on roof. The shed is named for one of the locals who played a key role in the community park's development. |
Flock of birds aloft over the newly rebuild urban park |
Mandell Park name sign on corner of Richmond and Mandell St. |
Veggies in urban garden. |
Pair of park benches facing each other inviting small group discourse and communal park enjoyment |
Adopt a Park sign - Friends of Mandell Park sponsors recognized |
Close-up of Skip's Shed with live green roof |
High-resolution photo of children's art wall below:
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Children's communal mosaic art wall with contributions by many |
History of Mandell Park - Successful model of creative conversion of abandoned overgrown lot in urban area by neighborhood initiative |
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